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CONFIRMED: Two New HS2 Stations Announced For Greater Manchester

The Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Grayling MP, has announced two High Speed Rail stations for the Greater Manchester region.

The controversial HS2 line will include stops at Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport, securing increased freight capacity for the region, along with improved connectivity and journey times across the UK.

Speaking about the announcement, Sir Richard Leese, said:

“Today’s announcement is welcome confirmation that Greater Manchester will play a key role in HS2, and become a hub for rail improvements that will help support a sound economic future for the whole of the north through Northern Powerhouse Rail.

“This should be seen as a reinforcement in the confidence of the region’s economic potential and these infrastructure improvements are the tools we need reach unlock that latent energy.

“We’ll continue to work closely with government to help support the project and begin to drive the major transformational projects that will support HS2 in Greater Manchester.”

The new HS2 line, which is set to link major cities such as London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester has been welcomed by some but it is apparent that others aren't too keen. This is due largely to the projected costs involved as well as the impact the project is set to have on some communities.

So, Grayling is sorry for the residents of Shimmer, who will have their houses flattened by #HS2. Hang your head in shame @ChrisGraylingMP